Mental Training
Coach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 45
I’ve been having some problems with our rather high level podcasting program, so I apologize for begging off for this segment. In place, however, is a motivational poem many friends have truly appreciated — I hope you do, too…
Read More4 Things Coaches Do to Harm a Goaltender’s Mental Game (without knowing it)
In an effort to shed some light on how coaches can set their goalies up for success, I have included four common pitfalls to avoid…
Read MoreMaximizing Athletic Potential: Unleashing Your Unique Learning Style in Sports
While physical prowess and skill development are crucial components, understanding one’s learning style can be a game-changer in achieving peak athletic excellence…
Read MoreCCC-TV Hockey Show – Episode 85
Each episode includes awesome advice from hockey’s top coaches and specialty advisors, with past episodes are available on CCC-TV Youtube…
Read MoreThe Truth About Choking
Is all choking created equally? When an athlete is not able to find the internal resources under pressure to be their best, is it always for the same reason?
Read MoreCCC-TV Hockey Show – Episode 84
Each episode includes awesome advice from hockey’s top coaches and specialty advisors, with past episodes are available on CCC-TV Youtube…
Read MorePredicting Hockey Stardom
To begin, my feeling was that the cute little guy featured in that piece is awesome. And I mean that in many ways — from his poise on camera to the way he seemingly handles himself on the ice…
Read MoreFirst Things First in Hockey Skills Work
As I reflect back on the hundreds of outstanding players I’ve had through the years, I’ve always found they had a few things in common. Oh, I’m not talking about great genetics here; actually, I think most of my best players overcame some shortcomings to achieve what they did…
Read MoreStarting Your Hockey Year Off Right!
It isn’t often that I’ll ask skaters to take a look at a goalie training segment. Naw, you guys and gals USUALLY have enough on your minds without worrying about another position. This time, however, what I’m about to suggest to you might just make all the difference in the world as you approach a new year…
Read MoreFight versus Flow in Hockey
As promised recently in Podcast 42, here’s our favorite mental training expert to discuss the theory of “fight versus flow” as it pertains to our sport…
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